L.I. Mandelstam and His School in Physics

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The biography explores the life and contributions of Soviet physicist Leonid Isaakovich Mandelstam, highlighting his role as a professor and academician while examining the scientific community he fostered, known as the Mandelstam School. It contextualizes his achievements against the backdrop of significant historical events, including World War I and the Socialist Revolution. The narrative delves into the influence of German scientific culture on Russian science and the evolution of Soviet higher education, alongside a detailed reconstruction of Mandelstam's philosophy of science, supported by unpublished archives and personal interviews.